An Uplift, not a Facelift!

Get a makeover this summer with no restrictions or downtime!

FIRST 20 CALLERS TO MAKE N APPOINTMENT FR A COMLMENTARY CONSULTATION ON ULTHERA WILL RECEIVE 20% off one treatment area!

Ultherapy , a non-surgical, non-invasive FDA approved procedure that uses ultrasound and the body’s own natural healing process to lift, tone, and tighten loose skin on the brow, cheeks, jowls and neck.

The only FDA-approved procedure to lift skin on these hard-to-treat areas, Ultherapy uses the safe, time-tested energy of ultrasound to stimulate the deep structural support layers of the skin—including those typically addressed in a surgical facelift—without disturbing the surface of the skin. The effect of focused ultrasound energy on the growth of new collagen over time.

Natural, Noticeable Results Now there’s a way to stand firm in the face of gravity—on your terms. With Ultherapy, there’s no downtime, no foreign substances, no radical change; just a healthy revving-up on the inside for a natural, noticeable effect on the outside. With Ultherapy, you can go about your day after a single, 60-90 minute in-office procedure. You may notice a short-term “boost” but the natural process of creating new, more elastic, collagen builds over time—much like the effect that exercise has on building muscle (but without the multiple workouts!).

The Beauty of Ultherapy Results will unfold over the course of 2-3 months and some patients have reported continued improvement for up to 6 months, including lifting and tightening of the skin on the neck, under the chin, along the jawline, and on the brow. While ultrasound does not duplicate the results of surgery, Ultherapy has proven to be an inviting alternative for those who are not yet ready for surgery.

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 THE COSMTIC SURGERY & REJUVENATION CENTER

1.866.725.5954

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Angelina Jolie's Mastectomy

Angelina Jolie has recently attracted a great deal of attention for her surprising announcement regarding her double mastectomy.  Jolie, a favorite of gossip columns and TMZ for her ultra-high profile marriage to fellow movie star Brad Pitt, typically makes headlines for her adoptions and for her charitable work in New Orleans and Africa.  In this case, however, Jolie managed to focus attention on the important topic of preventive mastectomy.

Jolie discussed her decision in a recent op-ed piece for The New York Times.  In it, she wrote that her mother fought cancer for almost a decade until she succumbed to the disease when she was only 56.  As breast cancer can be genetically transmitted, Jolie knew that her chances of getting her mother’s disease were quite high.  Her doctors, in fact, told her the probability of her getting breast cancer was an astonishingly high 87%.  Jolie said in the Times piece that “I am writing about it now because I hope that other women can benefit from my experience”. 

Clearly, in Jolie’s case, the genetic evidence was powerful enough to convince her to undertake the double mastectomy procedure.  And Jolie is not alone in electing to undertake preventative measures:
according to an unpublished study by Dr. Kelly Hunt, Chief of Breast Surgery at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, the percentage of the Center’s patients electing to have prophylactic surgeries done increased from 8% in 2010 to 14.1% in 2012.  Dr. Kelly discussed the findings with CNN, which reported them on its web site.

In addition to the genetic factor, the National Cancer Institute notes in its report on Preventive Mastectomy that there are other reasons why a woman would want to have this type of a procedure performed:

·         Women how have had radiation therapy in the vicinity of the chest before age 30 are at an increased   risk of cancer.

·         Women who have previous occurrences of breast cancer may also be suitable candidates.

·         In addition, women with Lobular carcinoma in situ, a condition that increases the risk of developing cancer in either breast, may want to consider the surgery.

 

All in all, while, as with most surgeries, there is risk in the double mastectomy procedure, many at risk women are clearly electing to reduce the chances of breast cancer by taking proactive steps to prevent the disease from affecting them.  Jolie may inspire more women both here in the US and around the globe to review their options when it comes to prophylactic mastectomies. 

Feel Free To Go Sleeveless…

Feel Free To Go Sleeveless…

Get those toned Michelle Obama arms before summer!

Michelle Obama, like many first ladies before her, is influencing fashion and style for millions of women, not just in the US, but all over the world.  Her obvious energy, intelligence and glamour make her a style icon for many.

2013’s First Lady does differ from her predecessors in certain ways.  Where Jackie Kennedy and Nancy

Reagan were both generally limited to influencing fashion and style, Michelle’s influence extends to appearance as well: her well-toned upper arms are the envy of multitudes of women, especially in the US, where a healthy, athletic look has been in vogue for decades.  And whereas previous generations could emulate their favorite First Lady by buying the same dress our outfit, modern medicine allows those who want Ms. Obama’s toned look to get what they want with advanced surgical techniques.

These new techniques are called brachioplasty, or, more commonly, the upper arm lift.  According to the 2012 Plastic Surgery Statistics report, more than 15,000 patients spent $61 million on upper arm lifts last year.  And while we cannot definitely say that Michelle was the driving factor behind the incredible growth of the procedure (more than 4000% since 2000) the fact is that 31% of women responding to an American Society of Plastic Surgeons poll said that they wanted arms like the First Lady’s.   

What should someone interested in brachioplasty know about the procedure?  First, one has to understand the specific objective, which is to reshape the under portion of the upper arm, or the area that stretches from the underarm region to the elbow.  Arm lifts reduce the excess skin and fat of the area, and reshape the arm in a way that makes it more contoured and toned. 

The surgery itself will take about three or four hours.  Incisions are generally placed on the inside of the arm or on the the back of the arm.  Fat removal is done through liposuction, which is of course a very common procedure for other parts of the body.   After any fat removal, the underlying muscle tissue is tightened and reshaped, resulting in the toned and youthful appearance associated with the procedure.  The results are apparent almost immediately, though stitching may take a week or two to be finally removed.  The results will become more dramatic after swelling subsides, usually within a week.

With the advent of laser liposuction doctors are able to avoid actual cutting out of the skin in many people, and hence reduce the scars and recuperative period. In addition, Dr. Boss has many non-surgical techniques that contour, firm and tone the arms in selected patients.

Arm Lifts make patients look younger, healthier and more athletic.  They contribute not just to appearance, but to one’s sense of well-being as well: we all feel better about ourselves when we know we are looking our best.  So, while we might not all be able to fly on Air Force One and host state dinners at the White House, many of us can get the same athletic, all-American look that makes Michelle Obama a style icon for our age. 

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May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and it is very important to have your dermatologists examine your skin for any unusual moles. Melanoma screening is vital, as it can diagnose cancer at the earliest stage.

·         Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. More than 3.5 million skin cancers in over two million people are diagnosed annually.

·         Each year there are more new cases of skin cancer than the combined incidence of cancers of the breast, prostate, lung and colon.

·         Over the past three decades, more people have had skin cancer than all other cancers combined

·         Of the seven most common cancers in the US, melanoma is the only one whose incidence is increasing. Between 2000 and 2009, incidence climbed 1.9 percent annually.

Hearing a diagnosis of “cancer” is very difficult to accept. Understanding that treating your skin cancer may result in scars or disfigurement can also be troubling. Your plastic surgeon understands your concerns and will guide you through treatment and explain the resulting effect on your health and appearance.

Quick facts about skin cancer treatment:

• Treatment of skin cancer, much like any form of cancer, may require surgery to remove cancerous growths
• Your plastic surgeon can surgically remove cancerous and other skin lesions using specialized techniques to preserve your health and your appearance
• Although no surgery is without scars, your plastic surgeon will make every effort to treat your skin cancer without dramatically changing your appearance
• For some people, reconstruction may require more than one procedure to achieve the best results

The first step in treating skin cancer is a consultation with your plastic surgeon. The success and safety of your skin cancer surgery depends very much on your complete candidness during your consultation. You’ll be asked a number of questions about your health, desires and lifestyle. 

Your plastic surgeon can treat your skin cancer by surgically removing cancerous skin and reconstructing a more normal appearance. But some forms of skin cancer require additional treatment such as radiation therapy. Your physician will advise you about any follow-up treatment recommendations.

Questions to ask you plastic surgeon

• Are you certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery?
• Were you specially trained in the field of plastic surgery?
• Do you have hospital privileges to perform this procedure? If so, at which hospitals?
• Is the office-based surgical facility accredited by a nationally or state recognized accrediting agency, or is state licensed or Medicare-certified?
• How many procedures of this type have you performed?
• Am I a good candidate for this procedure?
• What will be expected of me to get the best results?
• Where and how will you perform my procedure?
• What shape, size, surface texturing, incision site and placement site are recommended for me?
• How long of a recovery period can I expect, and what kind of help will I need during my recovery?
• What are the risks and complications associated with my procedure?
• How are complications handled?
• What are my options if I am dissatisfied with the outcome of my skin cancer surgery?
• Do you have before-and-after photos I can look at for each procedure and what results are reasonable for me?

*American Academy of Plastic Surgeons, May 2013 

Learn About Skin Cancer Early Detection, Diagnosis and Treatment at www.cancer.org/skincancer or call Dr. William K. Boss, MD FACS at 201.967.1100